Christopher Elledge
Edgewood
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Wexford Health Services, excelling in patient assessment and clinical documentation. Proven ability to enhance patient care through effective communication and critical thinking. Committed to quality improvement initiatives, ensuring optimal outcomes in diverse healthcare settings. Skilled in infection control and patient education, fostering a supportive environment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Wexford Health Services
Centralia
10.2024 - Current
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
- Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Wexford Health Services
Vandalia
12.2023 - 10.2024
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Conducted regular rounds to assess the status of assigned patients.
- Assessed patient complaints accurately and provided appropriate interventions.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
Nurse Extern
HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital
Effingham
03.2023 - 09.2023
- Served as a liaison between healthcare team members and patients and families.
- Monitored laboratory test results and communicated any abnormal findings to physicians or nurses.
- Assessed patient vital signs, such as temperature and blood pressure.
- Participated in interdisciplinary meetings to discuss patient progress towards goals.
Staff Assistant
Wexford Health Services
Vandalia
11.2022 - 03.2023
- Maintained filing systems both electronically and manually.
- Responded promptly to emails sent by various departments within the organization.
- Assisted with special projects upon request from management team.
- Served as liaison between the department and external contacts.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Clay County Hospital and Medical Clinics
Flora
08.2020 - 11.2022
- Provided emotional support to family members regarding end-of-life decisions.
- Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair or stretcher.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
Carbondale, IL12-2025
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
IECC- Frontier Campus
Fairfield05-2024
Certificate - Practical Nursing
IECC- Frontier Campus
Fairfield, IL05-2023
Certificate - Basic Nursing Assistant
Kaskaskia College
Centralia, IL05-2020
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Infection control
- Medication administration
- Electronic health records
- Clinical documentation
- Patient education
Certification
- Certified Correctional Health Professional issued by National Commission of Correctional Healthcare
- RN: Issued by State of Illinois Department of Professional & Financial Regulation
- ACLS issued by American Heart Association per CPR St. Louis
- BLS issued by American Heart Association per CPR St. Louis
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Wexford Health Services
10.2024 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Wexford Health Services
12.2023 - 10.2024
Nurse Extern
HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital
03.2023 - 09.2023
Staff Assistant
Wexford Health Services
11.2022 - 03.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Clay County Hospital and Medical Clinics
08.2020 - 11.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
IECC- Frontier Campus
Certificate - Practical Nursing
IECC- Frontier Campus
Certificate - Basic Nursing Assistant
Kaskaskia College
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